Travelling from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles and Bakersfield (where Meadows Field Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
For a relaxed start to your BFL to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
To get to BFL from central Bakersfield, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near BFL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
84.77% of flights departing from Meadows Field Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from BFL.
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Los Angeles
The best price we've seen for a one-way Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles flight is £319. The cheapest price for a return flight is £335. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BFL to Los Angeles. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 20 miles. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BFL to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 20 miles from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your BFL to Los Angeles flight, unwind at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make collecting a Van Nuys Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Visit Los Angeles during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BFL to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've booked your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are must-do's during your Los Angeles adventure.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 110 miles south-east to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
San Jose is another essential stop in United States and is around 310 miles north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
